Talks & Tours Revolution at the Library

Revolution at the Library: Greater Olney Library

July 29, 2026 from 1-2 p.m

Museum educator wearing navy blue shirt holds grapeshot for young student

Climb aboard as we learn about life on a privateer ship, including what a sailor might have eaten, what his job might have been, and how he would have passed the time. Meet some of the Revolution’s most famous sailors, like Philadelphian James Forten. Learn how to fire a cannon while fighting off the British and create a “tall tale” from the high seas!

Revolution at the Library 2026 is supported by the Christian R. and Mary F. Lindback Foundation and the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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Revolution at the Library

Aimed at elementary school students and their families, Revolution at the Library features fun and curiosity-provoking object-, document-, and story-based activities that bring the people and events of the American Revolution to life.

This image shows two adolescent males, in military costume, enjoying a digital feature in Revolution Place.

Library Pass Program

Learn more about the Library Pass Program, which permits patrons of participating libraries to visit the Museum free of charge.

A "make-your-own" Washington's tent craft using with paper.

At-Home Crafts & Activities

Check out a selection of historically inspired crafts and activities below that families can make and do at home.